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- [shuh-meez]
- /ʃəˈmiz/
- /ʃəˈmiːz/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [shuh-meez]
- /ʃəˈmiz/
Definitions of chemise word
- countable noun chemise A chemise is a long, loose piece of underwear worn by women in former times. 3
- noun chemise an unwaisted loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders 3
- noun chemise a loose shirtlike undergarment 3
- noun chemise a woman's undergarment somewhat like a loose, short slip 3
- noun chemise shift (sense 18) shift (sense 18b) 3
- noun chemise a woman's loose-fitting, shirtlike undergarment. 1
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Origin of chemise
First appearance:
before 1050 One of the 6% oldest English words
before 1050; Middle English < Anglo-French, Old French: shirt < Late Latin camīsa linen undergarment, shirt; replacing Middle English kemes, Old English cemes < Late Latin camīsa
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Parts of speech for Chemise
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preposition
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chemise popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
chemise usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for chemise
noun chemise
- shirt — a long- or short-sleeved garment for the upper part of the body, usually lightweight and having a collar and a front opening.
- shift — to put (something) aside and replace it by another or others; change or exchange: to shift friends; to shift ideas.
- lingerie — underwear, sleepwear, and other items of intimate apparel worn by women.
- dress — an outer garment for women and girls, consisting of bodice and skirt in one piece.
- smock — a loose, lightweight overgarment worn to protect the clothing while working.
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